Chapter 3 – Static Testing
Reviewer – ISTQB Definition
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Official ISTQB Definition
A person involved in a review who identifies and describes anomalies in the work product or process being reviewed.
In simple words
Anyone in the review meeting whose job is to find and describe defects.
Exam tip
Reviewers work individually before the meeting, then discuss findings together.
Related terms
- ReviewSomeone reads or discusses a document (requirements, code, test cases) to find problems before running the software.
- ModeratorThe person who runs the review meeting, keeps discussion on track and ensures the process is followed.
- InspectionThe most formal review type — trained moderator, defined roles, entry/exit criteria, metrics collected.
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